Estimating Engineer

Working under the direction of the Estimating Engineer Manager, provide support for quoting activities focused on Solutions. Primary responsibilities include identifying/developing the scope of work, cost estimates, and preparing solutions quotation for both engineered and project solutions. Establish and maintain relationships with the MEAU commercial teams, Solutions Partners, and 3rd party hardware/software suppliers.

Essential Functions

• Partnering with regional and commercial teams to respond to RFQs
• Defining and documenting scope of work and deliverables
• Building hardware BOMs, configurations, and networking requirements
• Estimating internal/external resources and labor costs
• Assembling comprehensive proposal packages
• Supporting proposal presentations and customer communications
• Reviewing orders for alignment and transitioning projects to PM
• Assisting with change orders and cost updates throughout execution
• Ensuring consistency and timely delivery of all quotes

Essential Education, Skills and Experience

• AS or BS in electrical, mechanical, industrial, process or systems engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project estimating
• Working knowledge of control panel and industrial systems, PLC, VFD, HMI, SCADA, etc.
• Ability to read and understand schematic drawings and translate to point wirings.
• Ability to apply UL/NFPA Standards to size/verify electrical components and cables.
• Ability to operate AutoCAD/ and SolidWorks software.
• Strong background in panel build techniques.
• Computer proficiency – Knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Access).

The listed salary range is approximate and reflects the anticipated compensation for this position as determined by salary analysis; both internal and external to MEAU. Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills and experience. Compensation may also vary due to market factors. MEAU retains the right to adjust compensation based on business needs. 

Expected Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 - this is an exempt position

Position is home office based within the United States. 

Why choose us?

You would be joining:

• A successful team of smart, dedicated professionals who are not only the best in their respective fields but are committed to a tradition of technological leadership and innovation.
• An organization that truly cares about employee engagement and understands the impact of clear and consistent communication.
• Our leaders are committed to ensuring all employees are regularly informed about the state of the business, understand how they fit in, and know where they can make a difference.
• Employees are encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities and participate in in-house training programs.

We value our employees, and we offer an extensive benefits package that adds value to your total compensation. Our broad range of benefits include:

• Health, dental and vision insurance plans with company contribution – we offer different plans, including PPO and HMO (HMO offered only in some states)
• Competitive 401k with company match
• Paid Vacation
• 13 Paid Holidays, including floater holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Employee life insurance - company paid core coverage plus supplemental coverage
• Dependent life insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance 

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other lawfully protected characteristic.